Mohanlal’s mother Santhakumari's demise, Rashmika–Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding venue, Jr NTR's legal shield: Top 5 South newsbreaks of the day

December 30 resulted in a day that had gossip, emotions, and big news as far as the South filmdom is concerned with collaborations and sad demises to impending marriages, court wins, and massive responses. Here’s a look at all that grabbed headlines and what was being talked or written about the most on the day in and out.

Mohanlal’s mother Santhakumari passes away at 90

Mohanlal’s mother Santhakumari Amma, aged 90, passed away on Tuesday after suffering from a long-term illness. She died at the actor’s home in Elamakkara, Kochi, where for several years she had been taken care of by the actor. Santhakumari Amma was a recluse and managed to stay out of the public eye for most of her life regardless of her son’s celebrity status. Mohanlal’s peers, fans, and well-wishers mourned the loss of the reclusive matriarch.

Rashmika–Vijay Deverakonda’s wedding venue finalised

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's long speculated marriage is now reported to take place at a palace. As per reports, Hindustan Times stated that the couple has booked a heritage site in Udaipur for their wedding venue. The couple’s wedding will reportedly take place on February 26, 2026. Similar to their engagement, their marriage will be a small celebration with close friends and family invited to the ceremony. There have been no reports about any function after the marriage.

Vetri Maaran–Kamal Haasan collaboration talks create buzz

The speculative collaboration between Vetri Maaran and Kamal Haasan has been the talk of Kollywood. Although there has been no official confirmation regarding the project, reports claim that a leading producer is going all out to arrange a meeting for the two. Apparently, the discussion of a possible subject has already begun. The concept of Kamal Haasan's offbeat "acting ability" being combined with Vedri Maaran's social-political subject is sending chills down his fans' spines on social media. With anticipation at its peak, all eyes are now on an official confirmation of this dream combination.

Jr NTR gets legal shield

Jr NTR has received legal protection for his personality rights from the Delhi High Court. The actor had moved the court after alleging misuse of his name, image, voice, and identity by digital platforms. A protective order was issued by the court, seeking responses from the concerned platforms within a specified timeframe. Jr NTR thanked the Delhi High Court and his lawyers for protecting his online reputation. This is a significant step in the fight against the unauthorised monetisation of celebrities.

Shankar praises 'Sirai', calls it deeply moving

Director Shankar called 'Sirai' an emotional rollercoaster. In his post on X, he expressed that it made him cry and thought about it all day. He praised the film's soul and its cast of characters. Vikram Prabhu was also mentioned, as well as the newcomers Akshay and Anishma Anilkumar. Shankar's praise is just another addition to the positive reception of 'Sirai', which is helmed by Suresh Rajakumari.



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